Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Beetle Petrol 1596cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 84,624 miles on the clock, averaging 3,748 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FD53 KUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,200 |
| Average per year | 3,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD53 KUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 KUW
What car is FD53 KUW?
FD53 KUW is an blue Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 KUW?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 KUW was 84,624 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 KUW passed its MOT?
FD53 KUW has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2024.
Is FD53 KUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 KUW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FD53 KUW?
FD53 KUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.